About us
About us

About us

Irresistible, crispy, airy, full-bodied, full-flavoured, original, varied, excellent – that describes both the taste of our products and who we are

Since 1847, we have been ensuring that consumers can enjoy the level of crispiness they want.

We know that tradition has a future. To achieve this, we combine our wealth of experience with innovative strength. This motivates us anew every day and defines our identity. Because each of our more than 50 different products that accompany you from morning to night should put a smile on your face.

Discover what WURZENER stands for as a company, the values we represent, how our history of more than one hundred years has shaped us and how you can become part of our team.

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About our company

WURZENER is the innovative expert for snacks and enjoyment, with a tradition that has a future. We have been producing at our site in Wurzen, Saxony, Germany, since 1847 and are one of the most successful food manufacturers in the new federal states. Through the production and distribution of our brand, we are the only major regional brand in the savoury snacks segment in Germany and enjoy a high level of customer loyalty, particularly in the eastern German states.

Our team consists of over 125 employees, forming a lively mix of long-serving staff with extensive experience and new colleagues who bring fresh ideas. This perfect combination ensures our unmistakable product quality and enables us to create new innovations. Not only is it a pleasure to enjoy our delicious products, we also produce them with great passion.

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About our company

WURZENER is the innovative expert for snacks and enjoyment, with a tradition that has a future. We have been producing at our site in Wurzen, Saxony, Germany, since 1847 and are one of the most successful food manufacturers in the new federal states. Through the production and distribution of our brand, we are the only major regional brand in the savoury snacks segment in Germany and enjoy a high level of customer loyalty, particularly in the eastern German states.

Our team consists of over 125 employees who form a lively mix of long-serving staff with extensive experience and new colleagues who bring fresh ideas. This perfect mix enables us to ensure our unmistakable product quality and create new innovations. Not only is it a pleasure to enjoy our delicious products, we also produce them with great passion.

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Here are the craziest and funniest facts about us:

  • Facts We have two 70-metre-high mill towers on our premises
  • Facts We have never changed the recipe for our original WURZENER peanut flips since 1969
  • Facts We have a large swimming pool in our 70-metre-high mill tower – unfortunately only for fire protection
  • Facts In the past, it was like a fairy tale and we could only reach our administration building by crossing a bridge over a moat
  • Facts We have cool “pets”, such as deer

Faces and Voices from the Company

Behind every snack is a person—and many stories. Find out here what our employees appreciate most about working at WURZENER.

Our values – what we stand for

We are proud of our long tradition and rethink things every day, because that secures our success. To ensure that we remain unbeatable as a team, these values unite us:

Our history at a glance

Rich in experience, innovative for the future

1847
1886
1921
1953
1969
1993
1999
2003
2010
2019
2021
2025

Krietsch lays the foundation

Krietsch lays the foundation

Krietsch lays the foundation

Johann Friedrich Krietsch acquires the town mill and starts producing flour, pearl barley and pulses.

Foundation of a public limited company

Foundation of a public limited company

Foundation of a public limited company

In the course of the company’s development, it is transformed into the public limited company ‘Wurzener Kunstmühlenwerke und Bisquitfabrik’

1921-1925: Towers characterise the cityscape

1921-1925: Towers characterise the cityscape

1921-1925: Towers characterise the cityscape

The construction of the two striking mill towers creates a new landmark for the factory and the town of Wurzen, Germany.

Leading producer in the GDR

Leading producer in the GDR

Leading producer in the GDR

After expropriation and nationalisation (1946), the company becomes the most important food producer in the GDR.

Innovation with cult status

Innovation with cult status

Innovation with cult status

The birth of the original WURZENER peanut flips also marks the start of the expansion of other products such as rice and cornflakes.

A new chapter begins

A new chapter begins

A new chapter begins

With the takeover by Getreide AG, the company is relaunched as Wurzener Nahrungsmittel GmbH.

Award-winning brand development

Award-winning brand development

Award-winning brand development

A new brand and packaging design and winning the ‘Oskar des Mittelstandes’ award mark important milestones in the company’s development.

Convenience rethought

Convenience rethought

Convenience rethought

With the KUKO Convenience range, WURZENER sets innovative standards for quick and enjoyable cooking.

New logo, new splendour

New logo, new splendour

New logo, new splendour

The logo relaunch gives our brand a fresher, more contemporary and even more memorable look.

50 years of cult enjoyment

50 years of cult enjoyment

50 years of cult enjoyment

Our flips have been delighting generations for half a century – crunchy, nutty, unmistakable

KUKO expands the world of enjoyment

KUKO expands the world of enjoyment

KUKO expands the world of enjoyment

The new KUKO vegetable and mushroom noodles add delicious, natural variety to the range – for even more flavour in your meal.

Brand relaunch at WURZENER

Brand relaunch at WURZENER

Brand relaunch at WURZENER

A new design for all products: WURZENER shows its profile and strengthens its brand identity.

Shape the future of snack enjoyment with us

At WURZENER you can expect exciting tasks, real teamwork and plenty of opportunities to develop yourself further. Become part of a traditional company that lives innovation and puts people at the centre.

Career at WURZENER

Shape the future of snack enjoyment with us

At WURZENER you can expect exciting tasks, real teamwork and plenty of opportunities to develop yourself further. Become part of a traditional company that lives innovation and puts people at the centre.

Career at WURZENER

Questions? We have the answers!

Quick, clear and to the point – here you will find everything you need to know about our products

Our products are manufactured exclusively at our traditional site in Wurzen, Saxony, Germany. Here we combine decades of experience with modern technology – from development to packaging, everything happens under one roof.

Many of our snacks are also available in other federal states. If you can’t find them in your supermarket, it’s worth asking the store manager or ordering directly here in our online shop.

Yes, we regularly provide training in various fields – for example in production/logistics or in commercial areas. Internships and final theses are also possible. You can find open positions on our careers page.

Our products are currently not sold in other countries. We are constantly looking for ways to make them more available abroad. At present, our products are only widely available in Germany, particularly in the eastern German states. Tip: If you can’t find our products in your neighbourhood, order directly from our online shop.

Absolutely! We welcome any feedback and creative ideas. You can send us your suggestions at any time via our contact form or our social media channels – maybe your favourite snack will soon be on the shelf.